Photos of the Week, April 5, 2024

Clavero Lake, Peru

Upper Amazon Aboard the Delfin II, March 27, 2024

Close-up of the Amazon giant lilies. —José Calvo, Naturalist/Certified Photo Instructor

 

Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

Galápagos Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II, March 28, 2024

A tortoise who is a passion fruit lover.

 

Santiago Island, Galápagos

Wild Galápagos Escape, March 28, 2024

Striated heron taking a bath at the tidal pools. —Felipe Wittmer Naranjo, Naturalist

 

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Exploring East Africa and Madagascar: Wildlife and Wonders, March 29, 2024

We went straight into game vehicles for our safari, and it wasn’t long before we saw some excellent game. The highlight was a large bull elephant drinking at a small waterhole. It was a such a treat. —Martin Cohen, Naturalist

 

Española Island, Galápagos

Galápagos Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II, March 31, 2024

As the sun got lower, Nazca boobies came back to roost for the night. Unusually calm seas allowed us an extra close look at these magnificent residents. —Cindy Manning, Expedition Leader

 

Richards Bay, South Africa

Exploring East Africa and Madagascar: Wildlife and Wonders, April 1, 2024

A short drive away from Eshowe was Fort Nongqayi, a late 19th century fortification built by the British and home to one of their colonial garrisons. Now the centerpiece of a museum of Zulu culture and even a butterfly dome, guests were able to explore more of Zululand’s colourful and fascinating history. —Stephen Fisher, Historian

 

Astoria, Oregon

Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History, April 1, 2024

Seagull perched at the docks. —Jesse Humbert, Naturalist

 

Española Island, Galápagos

Wild Galápagos Escape, April 1, 2024

We were delighted to encounter the endemic Galápagos flycatchers flitting among the vegetation. These small, elusive birds showcased their distinctive plumage and graceful flight patterns, providing us with an opportunity to observe them in their natural habitat. —Anahi Concari, Naturalist

 

Huahine, Society Islands

Polynesian Discovery: Exploring Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the Tuamotus, April 2, 2024

Traditional fishing in the lagoon of Huahine. —Alessandro Guerra, Naturalist

 

Isla San Marcos, Baja California

Baja California: A Remarkable Journey, April 2, 2024

Last night we viewed the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket take its load of 22 Starlink internet satellites into space. The launch was from Vandenburg Space Force Base. —Kimberly Wood, Naturalist (photo by Troy Marquez)

 

Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

Galápagos Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II, April 3, 2024

Prickly pear cacti are giant in the Galapagos Archipelago. It is endemic and is key for the survival of many iconic species. —Vanessa Gallo, Naturalist